November 2025 Calendar - Events for SW Scotland
Activities in & around Dalbeattie, Colvend, Dumfries
November time in Barend and surrounding areas.
Enjoy time at Barend. There are lots of activities for all the family to enjoy locally.
Fancy a wood-fired pizza?
The highly popular Pizza Wagon visits Dalbeattie every Thursday and Colvend every Friday. So if you don't want to cook at home, check the Pizza Wagon's Facebook page here for up-to-date information and put your order in two days ahead.
Dalbeattie Woods
Find all the information you need about walks and activities in Dalbeattie Woods and nearby venues on Scotland's Forestry and Land website. Parking requires the Ringo app for its £1 fee. If you're a pole walker, there's a pole walk round the woods every Wednesday at 6pm. Call 07773 670552 for more information.
The Birchvale Theatre, Dalbeattie
The Birchvale is a small community theatre with a varied programme of drama, film and entertainment. So, if a night out at the theatre or cinema tickles your fancy, you can find more information here.
Dalbeattie Makers Market
Takes place between 10am and 2pm on the first Saturday of every month. More information here.
Colvend Produce & Makers market on the fourth Saturday of every month.
Colvend Produce and Makers Market
Held on the fourth Saturday of every month, this market is held between 10am and 2pm. Check it out on Facebook.
The Robert Burns Cinema Film Theatre Dumfries
This unique small cinema in Dumfries offers an eclectic choice of films and link-ups to Royal Ballet and Royal Opera House events, amongst others. See what's on here.
Music events at The Cairndale Hotel in Dumfries
Tribute bands throughout the month at Dumfries' top hotel which has a varied programme of musical events this December and every month. An up-to-date timetable can be viewed here. www.cairndalehotel.co.uk
Escape Room at Bainloch Deer Park www.bainlochdeerpark.co.uk
The escape room is an ideal indoor activity to do as a couple, a groups of friends or family team (up to 6 players)
There is some more information on the website. To book in call 07900 278559 or 07768 900641
Alpaca Trekking & Valais Sheep Trekking - Drumburn Farm, Colvend, DG5 4PY
Open April-October. Bookings only. 10-11.30am & 12-1.30pm
twead@hotmail.co.uk https://www.drumburnvalais.co.uk/
November 1 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Table Loom Weaving – Tartan Scarf Special
Shambellie House New Abbey
Come and enjoy a one-day course of weaving on a 4-shaft table loom with classic tartan patterns to explore and then weave your very own tartan scarf. £80
November 1 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Scotty D (Soul and Motown night)
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Scotty D’s journey began at just 12 years old, playing guitar and vocals in his family gospel group, “The Imperial Gospel Singers.” £42.50
November 1 @ 7:30 pm
Theatre Royal Dumfries, Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Just Beatles, Scotland’s No.1 tribute to The Beatles, will perform their critically acclaimed show that gives you a concert experience of pure Beatles’ nostalgia. Direct from International Beatleweek.
November 1 until 15 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Exhibition: Scottish Nature Photography Awards
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
See the stunning 2024 finalists' photos from the 2024 competition. One of Logan's most popular annual exhibitions capturing Scotland's iconic scenery, wildlife and the natural world.
November 8 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Dynamic Bird Portraits: Expressive Drawing & Painting Techniques
Shambellie House, New Abbey
Unleash your creativity in this one-day workshop, where you will learn to draw and paint realistic UK birds with confidence and expression. Guided by expert instruction from Ailsa Mackay, you will explore easy-to-follow drawing techniques, develop dynamic brushwork, and use bold, expressive watercolour painting to bring your bird portraits to life. Perfect for beginners and experienced artists. £60
November 8 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
RSPB Mersehead, Southwick, Dumfries and Galloway
BOOKING ESSENTIAL Feast your eyes on badgers, as they snuffle around for a snack in our garden. These creatures are living on the reserve and often leave tracks and signs. £10.00 – £25.00
November 8 @ 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Ritz are a Carlisle based music duo consisting of brothers John and Phil Nelson. Their repertoire is a mixture of pop, rock, soul and country and contains hits from bands and singers such as The Beatles, Queen, The Killers, The Eagles, Bruno Mars, T-Rex, Maroon 5, Elton John, The Stereophonics, The Who, Journey and ELO. £42.50
November 9 @ 7:30 pm
A Tribute to Sting & The Police starring The Rozzers
Theatre Royal Dumfries, Shakespeare Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Fronted by Sting look and sound-a-like Owen James and his band ‘The Rozzers’, ‘A Tribute to Sting & The Police’ is the most authentic Sting tribute in Europe. The band have performed all over the world for several years and now embark on their biggest ever UK tour. The Police were arguably the biggest band.
November 11 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Guided Walk: Winter Delights at Logan
Logan Botanic Garden, Port Logan, Stranraer, Dumfries and Galloway
Join us for the final guided walk of the 2025 season before the garden closes for winter. Members free. Non-members £3.
November 13 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
TWENTY AMAZING THINGS ABOUT SPACE with Andy Sawers
Dark Space Planetarium, Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
What would the night sky be like if we could actually see galaxies? Is a cheap watch a better timekeeper than the Sun? What is the extraordinary coincidence that gives us solar eclipses? And how did the discovery of Uranus lead directly to the discovery of Neptune? This lively talk highlights twenty things about astronomy. £4 – £8
November 13 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
MEATLOAF CONCERT- Heaven can Wait
Loreburn Hall, Dumfries Newall Terrace, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Carlton Entertainment presents: Heaven Can Wait – The Ultimate Meat Loaf Experience Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this spectacular production is set to take Europe by storm in 2025! Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an outstanding live band comprised of the UK’s most skilled rock musicians. £28.00
November 14 @ 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
The Buccleuch Centre, Buccleuch Place, Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway
Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits. Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this show stopping concert launches across Europe in 2025. £27.00
November 15 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
What’s Wrong With My Telescope? With Mike Alexander
Dark Space Planetarium, Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
Struggling to get crisp views of the night sky? Bring your own telescope and join our practical workshop designed to help you fix common issues and get your gear working. £8.00
November 15 @ 7:00 pm
Scottish Chamber Orchestra – Schumann & Mozart with Anthony Marwood
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
Programme SCHUMANN Overture, Scherzo and Finale MOZART Violin Concerto No.1 in B-flat HANDEL Agrippina: Sinfonia HWV 6 SCHUMANN Violin Concerto in D minor Anthony Marwood director/violin accomplished soloist.
November 16 @ 2:30 pm
Absolute Classics Series – Mei Yi Foo
Easterbrook Hall, Dumfries Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
Programme Brahms Intermezzi Op.117 No.1,2 & 3 Ravel Gaspard de la Nuit Interval Godowsky Java Suite Cage Dream Messiaen Regard de l’Esprit de joie Winner of the 2013 BBC Music.
November 22 @ 10:00 am - 3:30 pm
How to Upcycle – Furniture Painting
EcoArt, Castle Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
A beginner’s class for having creative fun with an old or unloved piece of furniture in need of a transformation. £65
November 23 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Kirkcudbright Christmas Market
Harbour Square, Kirkcudbright.
Our November market in Kirkcudbright is our fantastic Christmas market. We will have loads of great stalls, festive decor and music, some Christmas songs and lots more. Free
November 26 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
What’s In The Night Sky In The Month Ahead With Mike Alexander
Dark Space Planetarium, Saint Mary Street, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway
Have you ever wondered what that really bright star is, or would you like to know which planets and other celestial objects can be seen in the sky? £4 – £8
November 29 & 30 @ 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wreath Making Masterclass & Afternoon Tea
Cairndale Hotel & Spa, English Street, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Wreath Making Masterclass with Afternoon Tea & Prosecco 29th November Saturday 29th November 2025 Led by local florists, Eden of Dumfries, you’ll be guided through the step-by-step process of creating a wreath. £79.00
November 29 & 30 @ 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Shambellie Christmas Fayre 2025
Shambellie House, New Abbey
Shambellie House Tutors and other Artists and Makers will be at Shambellie House on the 29& 30th November selling original work. Support our local creative sector. £5
November 29 @ 12:00 pm
TB Watson Whisky Festival 2025
Easterbrook Hall, Bankend Road, Dumfries
It’s back! Your favourite event of the year. Almost 40 stands, 800 guests, whisky in abundance along with some rums, brandies, gins, liqueurs and many other wonderful spirits.
November 29 @ 6:30 pm - 11:30 pm
A Night At The Darts – Dumfries & Galloway Masters
Loreburn Hall, Newall Terrace, Dumfries, Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries is officially added to the Modus Darts calendar for 2025! The inaugural Dumfries & Galloway Masters trophy will see some of Scotland’s finest talent, including 2 x Champion Gary Anderson and Fallon Sharrock.
Don't forget to book your stay at Galloway Lodges in Dumfries and Galloway to enjoy south-west Scotland.